Grown Up Crafts

Drawstring Coin Purse We love a nice purse craft, there's something so tactile and appealing about these cute little things.I've always been one for having a striking bag or purse for my cash, pencil cases were always a great alternative for me rather than a clunky great wallet - so…

Embroidered sew in labels - DIY We love to make our own gifts at Fun Crafts Kids - so how about these embroidered sew in labels, sewn with love? If you have gone to the effort of making a gift for someone, whether that be a little home-made glasses case or a…

Baby Beard Pattern Now I wish I had seen these Baby Beard Beanies when my kids were small. I just think they are simply hysterical whilst keeping our little ones warm, snug and safe from the chilly winter. Practical and fun, don't you think? If you have a friend with…

Winter and Christmas Hoop Art If you are looking for some cute but also stylish little Winter Decorations this season, take a look at these darling little "Hoop Art" projects from Cotton Wood Lane. We love her choice of colours - so wintery AND Christmassy at the same time, that you…

This month we are all about owls, so here is another wonderful craft. Instead of using paper, why not use the materials provided by the outdoors. Unlike the Bark Owl posted a few days ago, these leaf owls are more colourful alternative. With the summer…

With Halloween just around the corner, we are looking for some fantastic ways to spook up your home. These DIY Pipe Cleaner Pumpkins stood out.... they look fantastic (subtle yet colourful) but are also easy to make. Perfect for those rainy autumn days leading up to Halloween. Dangle them in…

Crochet Autumn Wreath Is it really Autumn/Fall already? Crochet is something that I finally managed to teach myself a few years ago (check out this excellent article on How to Learn to Crochet!) and since then I am always on the look out for fun and quirky projects. The key…

Oh how we LOVE the idea of a hula hoop rug! So we've explored lots of different basic weaving techniques, using twigs and leaves, and generally taking our time, enjoying weaving at its very basic. We would really like to have a go at something a little more complicated, so…

Embroidery thread lampshade SO, Embroidery thread, for a lampshade? - a wonderful and versatile craft material it turns out! Embroidery thread is easily available (also known as stranded cotton) and just look what you can make with it! It's not all about delicate embroidery, although, don't get me started, I…

Twig and string art ornaments With the holidays looming, we are looking to nature to inspire us for a little outdoor play - we really love to get the kids outside - and Mother Nature sure does love to inspire and furnish us with amazing free craft resources! So let's…